Question 1

In the 1980's the National Institute of Mental Health conducted a study called the ECA. This was the

Accepted Answer

The Epidemiologic Catchment Area (ECA) Study was a large-scale study conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health in the 1980s to assess the prevalence and incidence of mental disorders in the United States.

Question 2

The 1984 report on mental health disorders in three communities reported the sampled populations having a lifetime prevalence of

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The 1984 report on mental health disorders in three communities found a lifetime prevalence of mental health disorders to be between 28 and 38%. This study highlighted the widespread impact of mental health issues across different populations.

Question 3

The National CoMorbidity-R study performed in 20002001 found that a one year prevalence rate of _____ for "any psychiatric disorder."

Accepted Answer

The National Comorbidity Survey (NCS), conducted in the early 2000s, found that the one-year prevalence rate of "any psychiatric disorder" was approximately 26%. This study highlighted the widespread nature of psychiatric disorders in the general population.

Question 4

The two National CoMorbidity studies found that _______ of those identified with psychiatric disorders were in treatment.

Accepted Answer

The two National Comorbidity Studies found that less than 50% of those identified with psychiatric disorders were in treatment, highlighting a significant treatment gap in mental health services.

Question 5

The epidemiological study published by Kessler et al. in 2005 found that _______ were most likely to be seen for mental disorders.

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The study by Kessler et al. in 2005 highlighted that general practitioner physicians were most likely to be seen for mental disorders, reflecting the primary care setting as a common point of contact for individuals seeking help for mental health issues.

Question 6

The standard medical model for treatment assumes that the

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The standard medical model for treatment encompasses all of these aspects: it views the doctor as the expert who prescribes medicine, sees the patient as a passive recipient of this expertise, and attributes illness to biological imbalances.

Question 7

Our Western traditions of medicine can be traced to

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Western medicine has roots in various ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Egyptians, and Mesopotamians, each contributing to the development of medical practices and knowledge.

Question 8

Etiology is the

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Etiology refers to the cause or origin of a disease, explaining why a disease occurs.

Question 9

Psychiatric diagnoses have been provided from all of the following BUT NOT

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The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) by the American Psychiatric Association and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) by the World Health Organization are established sources for psychiatric diagnoses. The Psychological Manual of Diagnostic Categories does not exist as a recognized source for psychiatric diagnoses.

Question 10

Freud believed

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Freud believed that biological drives, such as the instincts for survival and sexuality, played a crucial role in the development of the psyche, influencing behavior and personality.

Question 11

Alfred Adler believed human motivation was

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Alfred Adler, a psychologist and founder of the school of individual psychology, believed that human motivation was primarily driven by a striving for superiority or success, which can be understood as a desire for empowerment. This contrasts with Freud's emphasis on sexual desire and aggression as primary motivators.

Question 12

Adler believed that healthy individuals were the result of

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The answer of Adler believed that healthy individuals were the...

Question 13

According to the behavioral model, depression is a form of

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The behavioral model suggests that depression can result from learned helplessness, where individuals feel they have no control over the outcomes of their actions, leading to depressive symptoms.

Question 14

Wolpe devised a method of dealing with anxiety situations called

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Wolpe's method of dealing with anxiety situations is called systematic desensitization, which involves gradually exposing a person to what frightens them while teaching them relaxation techniques.

Question 15

Bogat and Jason believe that behavioral principles provide

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The answer of Bogat and Jason believe that behavioral principles...

Question 16

Research on Adverse Child Events have been shown to

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Research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) has consistently shown that they are predictive of a wide range of psychopathological outcomes later in life. This includes increased risks for depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other mental health disorders.

Question 17

Humanistic psychology includes

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Humanistic psychology encompasses client-centered therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, includes influential figures such as Abraham Maslow, and often addresses concerns about the negative effects of labeling individuals, focusing on the potential and positive aspects of human nature.

Question 18

According to Chinese traditions, health was the result of

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The balance of Yin and Yang is a fundamental concept in Chinese philosophy and medicine, signifying the importance of equilibrium in achieving health and harmony.

Question 19

Hippocrates believed that there were ______ natural humors.

Accepted Answer

Hippocrates believed that there were four natural humors: blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile. This theory was central to the medical practices of his time.

Question 20

For several centuries following the fall of the Roman empire, European explanations of mental illness drifted to the

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Following the fall of the Roman Empire, European explanations for mental illness often reverted to supernatural explanations, including beliefs in demonic possession, divine punishment, or witchcraft, reflecting a departure from the more naturalistic approaches seen in earlier periods.

Quiz 6: The Mental Health System